Black Everywhere® - New York

This workshop provides Black women with a safe space to reflect on grief, mortality, and how these experiences can catalyze personal growth and legacy building. Participants will engage in a journey that moves from acknowledging grief to embracing transformation and legacy. Through personal experiences and cultural exploration, attendees will learn to channel grief into empowerment, creating ripples of healing that extend to family and community.

Workshop Agenda:
1. Acknowledging and Validating Grief

• Grounding exercise and group introductions.
• Discussion of emotional, physical, and cognitive responses to grief.
• Exploration of societal norms and cultural factors affecting Black women's grief experiences.
• Sub-section: Parenting Through Grief
• Open communication with children about loss.
• Balancing emotional needs as a parent.
• Creating family rituals for processing grief.

2. Exploring Personal Mortality

• Introduction to the “Stages of Grief” model and its relevance.
• Reflecting on personal mortality and its impact on how we process loss.
• Group discussion on embracing life with intention and clarity.

3. Processing Grief and Transformation

• Understanding grief as a dynamic journey.
• Exploring practical ways to transform grief into purpose.
• Sub-section: Creative Expression
• Using journaling, art, and storytelling as outlets for grief.

4. Legacy & Rebirth

• Discussion on creating meaningful legacies.
• Guided reflection on personal legacy projects.
• Exploring how grief leads to personal growth and community empowerment.

5. Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Death

• Introduction to African and Indigenous death practices.
• Celebrating life through cultural traditions (e.g., Dia de los Muertos).
• Normalizing conversations about death to empower participants.

Note:
Participants are encouraged to bring a journal or any creative materials they wish to use during the workshop.
Join us for a transformative journey as we navigate grief, honor our experiences, and build legacies together!

Join our New York and Philly BE groups for an exciting Brunch at Tops Diner in Newark, NJ, before we head to the roller skating event at Branch Brook Roller Skating Park.

Our Mingle and Brunch event is a perfect way to start the holiday season with good food and great company. Whether catching up with old friends or meeting new ones, this event is about relaxing and building relationships.

You’re Invited to the Black Everywhere NYC Winter Party!

🎄 Dress Code:
Put on your ugliest sweater! The more outrageous, the better. Let’s see those holiday fashion “statements”!

🎁 White Elephant Gift Exchange:
Bring a wrapped gift valued at $20 or less to join our White Elephant Exchange! This fun game involves picking a mystery gift or “stealing” someone else’s, leading to plenty of laughs, surprises, and friendly competition.

🍽 Food & Drinks:
Please note that attendees will be responsible for purchasing your appetizers and drinks.

We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you!

Join us via Zoom as we warmly welcome new members to our vibrant community! Here's what you can expect:

• 🤝 Get to know fellow members of Black Everywhere
• 🌐 Learn about our mission
• 🏙️ Explore our community's reach across various cities in the US and beyond and ways to get more involved
• 💬 Have questions? Please ask them in the group chat (not here). Visit www.blackeverywhere.com/groupchat and tag @admin.

Come prepared to connect, engage, and be a part of a movement that aims to empower the Black community worldwide!
See you there!

Note: Please RSVP at blackeverywhere.com to secure your spot and receive the Zoom link!

Are you a Black entrepreneur—whether a solopreneur, franchise owner, or small business leader—looking to build a supportive community? Join the Black Entrepreneurs Collective, a free six-week program designed for Black business owners who want to connect, share resources, and help recycle Black dollars within our community.

About the Collective
This group is free to join! The only cost is a contribution of a $50 item or service for our raffle, adding a fun element and giving members the chance to support each other’s businesses directly.

Weekly Meetings
We meet once a week for a 45-minute session that includes:

1. Host's Insight: A designated member shares a 5-7 minute insight or story from their entrepreneurial journey.
2. Breakout Sessions: Small groups allow you to share a triumph, a hurdle, and a goal, fostering deep connections and practical support.
3. Closing Reflections: We regroup for closing thoughts and action steps for the week.

Pitch Opportunity
For those interested, there’s an optional paid opportunity to pitch your business to the group each week, gaining valuable feedback and visibility within a supportive network.

Who Should Join?
The Black Entrepreneurs Collective is open to anyone who works for themselves, including franchise owners, solopreneurs, and beyond. If you're ready to uplift and be uplifted, this is the space for you. Let’s work together to build our businesses and circulate Black dollars.

Join us for an evening of fun, laughter, and friendly competition!

Bring your game face and prepare for an exciting night with classic board games, card games, and maybe even a few surprises!

What to Expect:

• A variety of games to keep the excitement going all night
• Fun challenges and prizes
• Great company and plenty of laughs

Food & Drinks: Available for purchase throughout the night.

RSVP: Please only RSVP if you are seriously considering attending the event. An accurate RSVP number will allow us to plan accordingly!